How many syllables in “complementary”?
syllables in "complementary"
Word details
Syllables
5
com · ple · men · ta · ry
Letters
13
c · o · m · p · l · e · m · e · n · t · a · r · y
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “complementary”
The word “complementary” contains 5 syllables, divided as com · ple · men · ta · ry. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "complementary" have?
"complementary" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "complementary" into syllables?
"complementary" is divided into syllables as: com · ple · men · ta · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "complementary"?
The Scrabble score for "complementary" is 24 points.
Using “complementary” in writing
"complementary" (com · ple · men · ta · ry) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “complementary” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.